This year’s honorees in the “Strong Men & Women in Virginia History” are, from left, Torrey Smith, retired Judge Marcus D. Williams, Penny J. Franklin, Kaci M. Easley and Dr. Joycelyn S. Harrison.
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5 African-American leaders recognized as 'Strong Men & Women in Virginia History'
Five African-American leaders, including a retired judge, NASA scientist and inventor and a former NFL player, were honored during the eighth annual “Strong Men & Women in Virginia History” awards program Feb. 6 at a Downtown hotel.